Gadheibalanda - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Gadheibalanda is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Brahmani Tarang and around 100 km from Sundargarh. Balanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadheibalanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadheibalanda is 384576. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 770031 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gadheibalanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadheibalanda
According to the 2011 Census, Gadheibalanda village had a total population of 480 people, including 236 males and 244 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.11%, with male literacy at 75.74% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 376.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 480 | 236 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 180 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 153 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 83 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Gadheibalanda
Gadheibalanda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gadheibalanda
Gadheibalanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gadheibalanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Gadheibalanda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Gadheibalanda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadheibalanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadheibalanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadheibalanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadheibalanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadheibalanda
Where is Gadheibalanda located?
Gadheibalanda village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadheibalanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadheibalanda is Balanda.
What is the pincode of Gadheibalanda?
The pincode of Gadheibalanda is 770031.
What is the population of Gadheibalanda?
Gadheibalanda had a total population of 480, including 236 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Gadheibalanda?
Gadheibalanda had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadheibalanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadheibalanda was 66.11%. Male literacy was 75.74% and female literacy was 57.14%.